PC8000 Super Shovel

Operating Weight
720 t
1,600,000 lb
Shovel Capacity
38 m3 50yd3
SAE 2:1 heaped
Main Drive
Diesel
3000 kW 4,020 HP
Electric
2900 kW

SPECIFICATIONS

HYDRAULIC MINING SHOVEL

PC8000 Super Shovel

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The sheer size of this machine far exceeds
all other series-built Hydraulic Shovels.
The existing world population
testifies to the acceptability
of this model.

In-house Design
and Manufacture
Components are designed to combine
high production, easy maintenance,
and extended reliability.
Experience and quality control
confirmed by ISO 9001 certification.
Robust structural design developed
from field experience and finite
element analysis expertise.
Produced by a company committed
to continuous high investment in
manufacturing and personnel skills.

Undercarriage Built for Mining

Lower operating costs.
Big diameter rollers, idlers, and drive sprockets.
Large contact areas and detailed hardening reduces wear.
Hardened track link pin bores.

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Operator Comfort
New large operators cab.
Low internal noise level.
New generation viscous cab mounts.
Comprehensive climate control with pressurized
filtered air ventilation and air conditioning.
High specification multi-adjustable air
suspension seat incorporates variable lumbar
control.

Matched for
trucks
255 ton and larger
SHOVEL BUCKET
38 m3 50 yd3
CROWD/BREAKOUT FORCE
2320 kN 521,500 lb
MAIN DRIVE
DIESEL:
2 x 1500 kW 2 x 2,010 HP
ELECTRIC:
2 x 1450 kW

ECS Electronic Control System

Provides real time and stored information about
the running status of the machine.
Continuous text display
Service events precisely retained in digital form
with battery back-up security.
Automatic engine shut-down for critical
malfunctions.
Data download capability to a laptop computer.

Sustained High Production

Designed for more tons per hour.
Powerful digging forces.
Ease of bucket filling.
Proven attachment design.
Buckets and Wear Packages to
suit all densities and ground conditions.

Worldwide Experience
PC8000 population is found in key
mining areas throughout the world.
Each shovel symbol represents one
or several machines in operation.

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SPECIFICATIONS
PECIFICATIONS
DIESEL DRIVE
Model . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x Komatsu SDA16V160
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-cycle, water-cooled, direct injection
Aspiration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Turbocharged and aftercooled
Number of cylinders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Rated power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 1500 kW 2,010 HP @ 1800 rpm
(SAE 1995/J1349)

Governor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All-speed, electronic

The integrated engine oil and filter system extends service intervals.
This combines the oil stabilizing systems, Reserve and Centinel, with
the Eliminator self cleaning oil filter to extend, with oil analysis, the oil
change interval to 4000 hours.
The high capacity engine radiators are each cooled by a hydraulically
driven fan for superior cooling efficiency and requiring little
maintenance.

ELECTRIC DRIVE
Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Squirrel-cage induction motor
Power output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 1450 kW
Voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6600 V*
Amperage (approximate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 155 A
Frequency (standard). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Hz @ 1500 rpm
Optional frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Hz @ 1800 rpm
*Other voltages available on request

ELECTRIC SYSTEM (Electric Version)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 V
Batteries (series/parallel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 x 12 V
Standard working lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Xenon lights
Standard service lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 lights
Optional lighting upon request

ELECTRIC SYSTEM (Diesel Version)

System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 V
Batteries (series/parallel) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 x 12 V
Alternator (each engine). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 A
Standard working lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Xenon lights
Standard service lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 lights
Optional lighting upon request

UNDERCARRIAGE
Undercarriage consists of one center carbody and two track frames,
each attached by four large diameter hardened pins.
Center frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . H-type
Track frames . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Steel box-section

CRAWLER ASSEMBLY
Track adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Automatic hydraulic type
Number of track shoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 each side
Number of top rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 each side
Number of bottom rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 each side

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
The power train consists of two main drives. Diesel engines or electric
motors can be supplied. Each of the two gearboxes drives four
identical pumps which draw hydraulic oil from an unpressurized
hydraulic tank. Open circuit hydraulics provide maximum cooling and
filtering efficiency.
Rated flow (total output) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8280 ltr/min 2,190 gpm
Relief valve setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310 bar 4,495 psi
Swing flow rate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2385 ltr/min 630 gpm
High pressure in line filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 m
one per pump located at the valve blocks
Full flow return line filters (8 double elements) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 m
at head of hydraulic tank.
The four-circuit system features a load-limiting governor with oil
delivery summation to the working circuits and incorporates pressure
cut-off control. Hydropilot prioritizes hydraulic flow giving smooth
hydraulic response, simple hydraulic system layout, and a reduced
number of components.
The hydraulic system includes four large swing-out vertical air-to-oil
hydraulic coolers with temperature-regulated hydraulically driven fans.

SWING SYSTEM
TRAVEL AND BRAKE SYSTEMS
Travel control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 foot pedals
Gradeability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Up to 55%
Travel speed (maximum) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2 km/h 1.4 mph
Service brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydraulic brake
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wet, multiple-disc

SERVICE CAPACITIES
Hydraulic oil tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8350 ltr 2,205 U.S. gal
Hydraulic system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11500 ltr 3,040 U.S. gal
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14000 ltr 3,700 U.S. gal
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 475 ltr 2 x 125 U.S. gal
Engine oil (sump) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 x 290 ltr 2 x 75 U.S. gal
Centinel engine oil make up tank . . . . . . 2 x 800 ltr 2 x 210 U.S. gal

Hydraulic motors and drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Swing brake, service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hydraulic brake
Swing brake, parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wet, multiple-disc
Swing ring teeth. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . External
Swing speed (maximum) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 rpm

AUTOMATIC CENTRALIZED
LUBRICATION
Two hydraulically powered Lincoln Single Line automatic lubrication
systems are provided as standard, complete with time and volume
variable controls. Activity and malfunction events are linked to the
ECS. The central lubrication and open gear lubricant are supplied by
identical pump assemblies from a refillable twin container which has a
capacity of 2 x 300 litres (2 x 80 gal.).

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CAB

ELECTRONIC CONTROL SYSTEM

The large operators cab is constructed in steel and conforms to ISO

3449 as a FOPS structure. It is mounted on 18 viscous pads to reduce
vibration and noise. The operators eye is at 8.86 m 291. The cab is
pressurized with filtered air, fitted with an air conditioner and a window
de-mister. A deluxe weight compensating, adjustable air suspension
operators seat with unique variable lumbar support is fitted as well as
a fold-away auxiliary seat.
Low effort joy stick controls are electric over hydraulic and foot
controls are for front shovel clam, crawler and swing brake.
Full instrumentation and ECS are provided. Space in the console is
provided for an additional monitor. AM/FM radio is fitted. The
windshield wash wiper has two speeds with intermittent operation.
(Water reservoir 7 litres 1.8 gal.) Amenities include a wash basin with
running water, water reservoir, (50 litres 13 gal.), refrigerator and
storage cabinets.
Working lights and powered mirrors are adjusted from inside the cab.
There are left and right hand sliding windows. All windows are tinted
parsol green. External metal louvres are provided on each cab side
windows.

The ECS digital diagnostic system, mounted in the operators console,

provides a text display of real time and stored information about the
status of the operating machine. Non serious and critical faults are
immediately announced and engines are shut down when major
malfunctions occur. The integrated digital storage provides full event
history, which can be down loaded with a laptop computer. The ability
to electronically record service events provides precise service
information to assist in reducing downtime.

OPERATING WEIGHTS
PC 8000 Backhoe:

PC 8000 Front Shovel:

Operating weight including 11500 mm 379 boom, 5500 mm 180 stick, 38 m3 50.0 yd3
backhoe bucket, operator, lubricant, coolant, full fuel tank, and standard equipment.

Operating weight including 8150 mm 269 boom, 5750 mm 1810 stick, 38 m3 50.0 yd3
shovel bucket, operator, lubricant, coolant, full fuel tank, and standard equipment.

Shoe Width

Operating Weight

Ground Pressure

Shoe Width

Operating Weight

Ground Pressure

1500 mm
59

710 t
1,565,000 lb

26.7 N/cm2
38.7 psi

1500 mm
59

700 t
1,540,000 lb

26.3 N/cm2
38.1 psi

1900 mm
75

724 t
1,600,000 lb

21.5 N/cm2
31.2 psi

1900 mm
75

714 t
1,575,000 lb

21.2 N/cm2
30.7 psi

5
3

4
8

7
2

2
8
6

6
1

Diesel

SKZ 8006-10

Explanation
1 Cab
2 Diesel Engines
3 Hydraulic Pumps
4 Hydraulic Tank
5 Hydraulic Coolers

6
7
8
9

Fuel Tank
Valve Blocks
Swing Motors
Counterweight

Electric
Variation for Electric
Drive Version
2 Electric Motors
6 High Voltage
Electric Cabinet

SKZ 8006-11

Lower-Level
Walkways

Upper-Level

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DIGGING FORCES
Break-out force
Tear-out force

2000 kN
1800 kN

449,500 lb
404,600 lb

Maximum reach at ground level . . . . . . . . . . . 19730 mm 649

Maximum digging depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8090 mm 266

BACKHOE BUCKET, STICK AND BOOM COMBINATION

Bucket
Capacity

Width

Teeth

SAE
Heaped 1 : 1
38 m3 50 yd3

4600 mm 151

Alternative buckets / wear packages are available

Weight

Boom Length
11500 mm 37 9

Including
Wear Package -2

Stick Length
5500 mm 18 0

42.4 t 93,500 lb

Material density to 1.8 t/m3 3000 lb/yd3

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DIGGING FORCES
Break-out force
Crowd force

2320 kN
2320 kN

521,500 lb
521,500 lb

Level crowd at ground level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5900 mm 194

Maximum reach at ground level . . . . . . . . . . 16100 mm 5210

SHOVEL BUCKET, STICK AND BOOM COMBINATION

Bucket Capacity
SAE / CECE
Heaped 2 : 1

Heaped 1 : 1

38 m3 50 yd3

44 m3 57.6 yd3

Alternative buckets / wear packages are available

Width

5340 mm 176

Teeth

Weight

Boom Length
8150 mm 26 9

Including
Wear Package-3

Stick Length
5750 mm 18 10

58.2 t 128,300 lb

Material density to 1.8 t/m3 3000 lb/yd3

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STANDARD EQUIPMENT
A hydraulic shovel will comprise:
FRONT SHOVEL ATTACHMENT
8.15 m 26'9" boom and 5.75 m 18'10" stick
complete with cylinders.
38 m3 50 yd3 (SAE 2:1) front shovel bucket
with ESCO teeth and lip system.
CRAWLER UNDERCARRIAGE
Heavy-duty shovel type undercarriage
consisting of center carbody and 2 heavy
box-type side frames, each having 8 bottom
rollers, 3 top rollers, and 1500 mm 59" cast
steel crawler track. Hydraulic track
adjustment and parking brake provided.
Electric version (only) fitted with slip-ring
connectors mounted on the hydraulic rotary
joint.
SUPERSTRUCTURE
A main frame mounted over an externally
toothed swing circle carries the platform
component modules and the counterweight.
Diesel version
Fuel tank module:
Drive module:
Two Komatsu SDA16V160 diesel engines,
each driving 4 identical hydraulic pumps.

Electric version
Electrical cabinet module:
High voltage electrical control including
SF6 vacuum master contactor, main fuses,
and transformer for 415 V and 240 V supply
Drive module:
2 Squirrel cage induction motors, each
with soft start and mounted with 4 identical
main hydraulic pumps per motor.
Hydraulic tank module
Oil cooler module
Cab base module
Includes the low tension electrical cabinet.
OPERATORS CAB
Fully enclosed steel cab which incorporates
the ISO 3449 standard.
FOPS structure and CARRIER STRAK airconditioning unit. Mounted on viscous pads.
GRAMMER fully suspended seat with
lap belt. Fold-away auxiliary seat. Full
selection of controls, switches, and ECS
(Electronic Control System).
Joystick and pedal-operated controls are
electric over hydraulic. Windshield wash wiper
with two-speed and intermittent operation
(reservoir 7 ltr 1.8 gal). AM-FM radio.
Washbasin with running water (reservoir 50 ltr
13 gal). Refrigerator and storage cabinets. Left
and right hand sliding windows, external metal
sunblinds. All windows tinted parsol green.

LIGHTING
8 x Xenon high performance working lights.
15 service lights.
LUBRICATION
LINCOLN central lubrication for basic
machine, attachment, and bucket. 300 ltr
80 gal refillable container.
LINCOLN automatic pinion lubrication
system for swing gear with 300 ltr 80 gal
refillable container.
WIGGINS service center mounted on a
hydraulically powered swing-down arm for fill
of fuel, engine oil and coolant (not electric
version), hydraulic oil, grease, cab water and
the evacuation of coolant and hydraulic and
engine oils (not electric version).
ACCESSORIES
Acoustic reverse travel alarm
Hydraulically actuated ground access
ladder
Electric air horn

Service crane
KIM hot start
Fire-suppression system

Low temperature package

Extra or alternative lighting
Alternative travel speed 3.2 kph 2 mph
Power step personal access (electric)

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
1900 mm 75 track shoes
Auxiliary diesel generator
Cable reel (electric version)

AESS574-00

Printed in USA

06/01(7,500)EH Datakom

06/01 (EV-1)

Komatsu Mining Systems, Inc.

568 Atrium Dr., P.O. Box 8131
Vernon Hills, IL 60061-8131

www.komatsu-mining.com

Materials and specifications are subject to change without notice

is a trademark of Komatsu Ltd. Japan